As Li Min is walking across campus, a car swerves toward her. Her heart races and sweat breaks out as she jumps out of harm's way. This mobilization of energy is due to the action of Li Min's __________ nervous system.
A) somatic
B) skeletal
C) parasympathetic
D) sympathetic

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's fight or flight response, which is the rapid mobilization of energy and activation of bodily systems necessary for responding to a potential threat or danger. In this scenario, Li Min's reaction of jumping out of harm's way and experiencing a racing heart and sweating are all physiological responses associated with the sympathetic nervous system. The other choices are not as relevant in this situation.

As Li Min Is Walking Across Campus, a Car Swerves